Majestic Hamsa Vahanam Seva held along four Mada streets in Tirumala

Tirumala: On the second night of the ongoing Srivari Navaratri Brahmotsavams on Tuesday, Lord Sri Malayappa Swamy blessed thousands of devotees on the Hamsa Vahanam, beautifully adorned in the attire of Goddess Saraswathi holding a veena in His hands. The divine appearance of the Lord as the celestial embodiment of knowledge, wisdom, and learning enthralled visiting pilgrims gathered along the four Mada Streets. Vibrant cultural performances presented by artiste groups hailing from various states added immense splendour and color to the grand procession. According to traditional beliefs, the swan symbolizes spiritual discernment and higher knowledge due to its mythological ability to separate milk from water, representing the capacity to distinguish truth from illusion. Sacred Upanishads describe spiritually enlightened souls as Paramahamsas.

The Hamsa Vahanam procession signifies the Almighty’s divine grace in eliminating ego from devotees’ minds while guiding them toward spiritual realization and Brahma Pada.

Tirumala Sri Pedda Jeeyar Swamy, Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamy, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Executive Officer Muddada Ravichandra, Additional Executive Officer Ch Venkaiah Chowdary, along with TTD Board Members Bhanu Prakash Reddy and Panabaka Lakshmi, accompanied the deity during the vahana seva.

Senior TTD officials, temple priests, and thousands of devout pilgrims participated in the procession, chanting divine mantras as the majestic carrier moved along the illuminated corridors.

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